Master in Taxation MTax

Tuition comes to 15,392 CAD per year, while applications for the May 2027 intake are open until Dec 1, 2026.

The Master in Taxation MTax is a 2-year program for students with a Bachelor's degree, offered by the University of Waterloo in Canada. This Master's degree focuses on taxation and helps students develop skills in tax law and accounting.

The curriculum covers topics like tax law, financial accounting, and auditing, with skills developed in tax planning, financial analysis, and professional communication. Students will work on case studies and group projects to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Graduates can pursue careers as Tax Consultants, Financial Analysts, Accounting Managers, or Auditors, working in industries like finance, accounting, or government, for employers like Deloitte, KPMG, or the Canada Revenue Agency.

The University of Waterloo, founded in 1957 in Ontario, is a leading public research university known for excellence in engineering, mathematics, computer science and innovation. With roughly 41,000 students and more than 9,600 international learners, Waterloo combines rigorous academics with a culture of entrepreneurship and experiential education. Its strong ties to industry and research institutes help students access cutting-edge projects and mentorship from researchers and business leaders.

Waterloo’s distinctive cooperative education model integrates paid work terms with academic study, enabling students to gain practical experience, refine career goals and build professional networks. The university offers extensive undergraduate and graduate program options across more than 300 areas of study, and research centres such as the Institute for Quantum Computing and the Perimeter Institute enhance opportunities for advanced study and collaboration.

On-campus and off-campus accommodation options are available, with residence communities, meal plans and support services to help international students settle in. The university’s strong career services, entrepreneurship resources and alumni network support transitions into industry or further study. If you value a rigorous STEM-focused education, hands-on co-op experience and a research-rich environment, Waterloo offers a dynamic setting to launch a global career.